BMW 1996 3-Series Saloon

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  • Economy

    Value

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Expensive to buy. Poor re-sale value.

    Costs

    4 out of 5 4.0

    No major expense in 12 months.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Lovely drive. Not best position for 6 footers, though.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Engine's a peach, especially with auto box.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    A few problems, so nothing special.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Fading, but still good.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Needs extra security fitting.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Didn't use BMW.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Air con packed up. Rear bushes failed.

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes